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New IAPH publications introduced in Abu Dhabi

November 10, 2023

In Abu Dhabi, two new publications were introduced, the result of intense collaboration between IAPH and its institutional partners. On the first conference day, theGuidelines on Cooperation between Customs and Port Authoritieswere presented, a joint product of the World Customs Organization and IAPH. The guidelines provide clear and practical guidance on how both parties can better work together in order to improve the speed and predictability of trade flows, while ensuring the security and int

International maritime media attended #IAPH2023

November 10, 2023

During the #IAPH2023 conference, a number of speakers who took part were also interviewed either face-to-face or together in a group mini press conference. This included the secretary general of the IMO, deputy secretary general of the WCO, the World Bank trade facilitation team, and the Chairman of ICS as well as many IAPH regular members. For all those who took part, many thanks, and also a thank you to the editors and publishers from Lloyds List, ITJ, Riviera Maritime Media, Mercator Media an

#IAPH2024 to be held in Hamburg 8-10 October 2024

November 10, 2023

At the conclusion of the 2023 World Ports Conference, incoming IAPH president Jens Meier announced that Hamburg Port Authority will be the host sponsor of next year’s IAPH conference. The dates have been confirmed for 8-10 October and the event is due to be held in the Congress Center Hamburg (CCH).This will be the first conference that IAPH is organising in partnership with Mercator Media, following the termination of the events and media contract with S&P Global.Mercator Mediais a UK-based c

The November-December issue of Ports & Harbors is out

November 10, 2023

The cover interview of theNovember-December edition of Ports & Harbors, features newly-appointed IAPH president Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port Authority. Ahead of the start of his term, Jens talked to IAPH managing director Patrick Verhoeven about his wish for the association to help align standards in maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation. He also looks ahead to the 2024 World Ports Conference which will take place in Hamburg between 8-10 October next year. Also featuring in this edition

New IAPH Board ratified with Jens Meier appointed as new IAPH President

November 06, 2023

Hamburg Port Authority CEO Jens Meier - the new IAPH President HAROPA’s CEO and Chair of the Management Board Stephane Raison and Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka join IAPH Board as Regional Vice Presidents of Europe and North America IAPH 2023 World Ports Conference - Abu Dhabi - 2 November 2023 IAPH is delighted to announce the ratification by the IAPH Council of the new IAPH Board. The Board is formed by the president and six vice presidents, and has general authority to

Welcome! Klaus Faber AG from Germany

November 06, 2023

We are pleased to announce that Klaus Faber AG joined the IAPH as an associate member. Klaus Faber AG is a specialist wholesaler of cables and wires and port technology MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Operation) supplier for port electrification. As a full-range trader, it offers classic electrical wires and cables in various profiles, which include power cables, medium voltage cables and wires, halogen-free safety cables and wires, installation wires, communication cables and wires, control cables,

Welcome! the Federation of Freight Forwarders’ Associations in India from India

November 06, 2023

We are pleased to announce that the Federation of Freight Forwarders’ Associations in India (FFFAI) has joined the IAPH as an associate member. The Federation of Freight Forwarders’ Association in India, founded in 1962 as the Federation of Customs Clearing Agents Association of India, is the Apex Body and the Sole representative of 24 Member Associations from all over India representing 5000 custom brokers and freight forwarders and controlling 90% of India’s international logistics trade toda

Welcome! Officers On Watch VZW from Belgium

October 27, 2023

We are pleased to announce that Officers On Watch VZW has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Officers On Watch VZW is a non-profit organization with a strong commitment to enhancing the auditing and quality control of Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) infrastructure and ensuring compliance with the IALA regulations. Their mission encompasses advising ports on operational excellence, collaborating with Antwerp Maritime Academy to provide comprehensive VTS training, and specializing in critical

Welcome! Portchain APS from Denmark

October 27, 2023

We are pleased to announce that Portchain APS has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Portchain APS is a start-up headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company was founded in 2017 by three McKinsey project managers who believed that the enormous advances in processing power and algorithms could be used to help carrier and terminal planners find optimal solutions to the toughest problems in the shipping industry. Combining simple and intuitive UX design with advanced mathematics and cutt

Welcome! Shiplog Mauritania from Mauritania

October 27, 2023

We are pleased to announce that Shiplog Mauritania has joined the IAPH as an associate member. Shiplog Mauritania, founded in 2017, specializes in stevedoring and ship agency. It also provides various services, including IT solutions. The company is proud of a well-trained team with good knowledge and long experience in forwarding and port operations. For more information, please visit the following website. https://www.shiplog.mr/

Get ready for the #IAPH2023 World Ports Conference

October 20, 2023

With just under two weeks to go, we look forward to meeting with over 450 registered attendees so far in Abu Dhabi at the #IAPH2023 World Ports Conference. With over 35 different sessions held over three days involving well over 100 speakers, many of whom are senior representatives from our membership, we have a few tips on making the most out of your attendance. The mornings and late afternoons will cover the high-level strategic themes with plenary keynote speeches and top-level panels, coveri

IAPH and IMO held decarbonisation workshop in Mumbai

October 20, 2023

Last week, IAPH and IMO organised a joint workshop on port actions for greener shipping, in the context of the IMO Norway GreenVoyage2050 project, of which IAPH is a partner. The workshop attracted more than fifty port and maritime industry professionals from India and GreenVoyage2050 client countries including Azerbaijan, Belize, China, Kenya, Malaysia, Solomon Islands, South Africa and Sri Lanka. Over the three days the participants became familiar with the actions that ports can take to facil